Luxemburgia diciliata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diciliata
ID:
443864
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dwyer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Lloydia 14: 97 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443196
Common Names
- Luxemburgia diciliata
- Diciliate Luxemburgia
- Diciliate Lobelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Luxemburgia diciliata (also called Dicil’s Luxemburgia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded habit and grows to a height of 1-2 meters. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Luxemburgia diciliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Luxemburgia diciliata are small, yellow to orange-yellow, and have 4 petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Luxemburgia diciliata is an easy-to-grow aquatic plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and plenty of light. It can be propagated by cutting the stem and replanting it in a new pot or tank. It can also be propagated by dividing the plant into smaller sections and replanting them in separate pots or tanks.
Where to Find Luxemburgia diciliata
Luxemburgia diciliata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Luxemburgia diciliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Luxemburgia diciliata?
Luxemburgia diciliata
What type of plant is Luxemburgia diciliata?
Herb
Where is Luxemburgia diciliata found?
Brazil
Species in the Luxemburgia genus
Luxemburgia ciliatibracteata, Luxemburgia speciosa, Luxemburgia hatschbachiana, Luxemburgia diciliata, Luxemburgia damazioana, Luxemburgia flexuosa, Luxemburgia corymbosa, Luxemburgia mysteriosa, Luxemburgia furnensis, Luxemburgia leitonii, Luxemburgia mogolensis, Luxemburgia angustifolia, Luxemburgia glazoviana, Luxemburgia octandra, Luxemburgia polyandra, Luxemburgia schwackeana, Luxemburgia nobilis, Luxemburgia bracteata, Luxemburgia ciliosa, Luxemburgia macedoi,
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2493721: Based on the initial data import
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.